Best Helpful Snowman Podcasts (2025)

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Helpful Snowman Radio ep 505

9d ago

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Continuing down the road of manuals. Because this counts.By Helpful Snowman

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Palantir 1:47:52

2d ago1:47:52

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Join the Vida guys as we do a deep dive into the news of the day, including Russia and Ukraine, Israel and Iran, government-sponsored weather modification … and a scary military tech and AI company called Palantir (based on the mystical seeing stones from Lord of the Rings). We explore how all these issues fit into Biblical end times prophecy and r…

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Workplace Scenarios 👷 Role Plays for Practical English [948] 1:00:59

2d ago1:00:59

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In this fun and practical episode I dive into realistic workplace English through improvised role-play conversations. Designed to help you boost your vocabulary, listening skills, and confidence in professional settings, this episode features six humorous and educational role-play scenarios in workplaces like a factory, office, supermarket, and a s…

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Birthday Gifts 1:27:51

8d ago1:27:51

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Join Jeremy and Chris to celebrate Mama Eve's first Heavenly birthday. Our birthday gift to Vida Nation is old video and audio content of Eve from the prohibited vault! Will Jeremy and Chris get a big chancla as soon as they get to Heaven? Probably so... plus, Jeremy shares pictures and scriptures from the heart on this very emotional day.…

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Technology in Everyday Life [Part 2] 👨‍💻 The Choices We Make / Topic Discussion & Vocabulary [947] 1:27:28

9d ago1:27:28

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This episode is all about choices we have to make relating to technology in our everyday lives, and the vocabulary of technology today. This episode focuses on issues such as information quality & fact checking, digital sustainability, AI and automation, security, surveillance and privacy, tech company ethics, & tech and well-being. All important t…

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Army Crawl 1:40:13

12d ago1:40:13

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Join the Vida family as we answer questions from the Nation about prayer. What is the proper posture for prayer? And how can we boldly come to God with our requests? Finally, we share more video from the Vida Nation conference, including worship, messages from David Rocha, Emcy and Dontae, and music from Cody and Vanessa Mahaffey and Sevin.…

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Helpful Snowman Radio ep 504

17d ago

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Instructions for games, instructions for life.By Helpful Snowman

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VIDA NATION - Part 2 1:26:59

18d ago1:26:59

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Join the Vida Team as we share letters and shout outs, as well as more footage from our Vida Nation Conference in Dallas. We hear conference messages from Carl and Andy as well as our special guest Sevin. We also play live performances from Tommy Chapa and Dontae. Finally … where IS Jeremy? Inquiring minds want to know.…

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Technology in Everyday Life [Part 1] 👨‍💻 The Choices We Make / Topic Discussion & Vocabulary 1:54:15

18d ago1:54:15

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This episode is all about choices we have to make relating to technology in our everyday lives. I'll be discussing contemporary tech-related issues such as privacy vs. convenience, data sharing, digital, detox, online behaviour, digital legacy, tech addiction, tech for children. It includes loads of vocabulary and will give you the chance not only …

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Funny English Errors, Corrected ✍️ [945] 59:01

25d ago59:01

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Sometimes it is fine to laugh at the mistakes that we make in English (I do it in French) and so in this episode let's look at some English errors that are unintentionally hilarious. I will correct the errors, explain what is funny, and there is a lot of vocabulary to learn in the process. PDF available with vocabulary list and memory questions. 📄 …

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VIDA NATION 1:44:35

27d ago1:44:35

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Join the Vida Team in studio as we recap the First Annual Vida Nation Conference on July 13, 2025 and tell stories about seeing old and new friends. We also share the winners of the art and poetry contests. And who won the cornhole tournament? Was there a rain delay … or did the other teams get scared off by our skills? Finally, we share the first …

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Helpful Snowman Radio Ep 503

29d ago

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Unruly concert crowds. AT CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERTS.By Helpful Snowman

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Listen & Learn English with Luke 🎧 This is SOMETHING! [944] 2:30:20

1M ago2:30:20

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In this episode I take you on a big rambling journey through all sorts of English-learning goodness (and nonsense). We start by pondering what makes a good podcast title — is it clever, clickbait, or just clear? I reveal a monumental tectonic shift in the way I am titling my episodes. Then it’s into the Grammar Zone, with an in-depth look at Englis…

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Tracks 1:03:59

1M ago1:03:59

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Join the Vida Team as we make final preparations for the 2025 Vida Nation conference. When Carl shares a question from the Nation about how to stay on track in your spiritual walk, the whole team weighs in with their keys to spiritual success.By Real Vida Ministries

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Sticks 59:24

1M ago59:24

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Join the Vida Team as we share art, letters, and questions from Vida Nation. One letter about doubt prompts a Mama Eve story about sticks … and how God answers our questions. Plus, special footage from Team Vida’s cornhole tournament preparations … did Jeremy and Carl find their tourney mojo? And why are they cuddling the trophy? Finally, we share …

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Partners 1:13:28

1M ago1:13:28

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Join the Vida Team as we share art and letters from Vida Nation. Also, Chris and Jeremy faced danger on a mountain in Colorado to get video of the Fastest Pastor and the Pike’s Peak Race. Finally, we introduce our new ministry partner, I Am Second, and a powerful interview with Duck Dynasty’s Phil Robertson.…

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Helpful Snowman Radio ep 502

1M ago

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Two nights! Live! In Denver! Similarly timed to Metallica! I trash a hotel room because I’m METAL.By Helpful Snowman

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943. Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of SILVER BLAZE 🐎 (Learn English with a Short Story) 2:20:39

1M ago2:20:39

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Time for another Sherlock Holmes mystery story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle on the podcast, because: Why not? I have adapted the text into modern English this time. A champion racehorse 🐎 has gone missing, and its trainer violently murdered. Only Sherlock Holmes can find the solution 🕵️. Listen to the events, follow my summaries and simply enjoy anoth…

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Helpful Snowman Radio Ep 501

1M ago

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Let’s finish this Grinch. Er, Ethan.By Helpful Snowman

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942. The ASMR Zen School of English ☁️🧘 Learn English and Relax 1:28:56

2M ago1:28:56

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Improve your English and reduce stress with this unique ASMR-style episode ☁️ 🧘. Join me for a relaxing, meditative journey featuring calm background music, softly spoken English, vocabulary for peace and tranquillity, some grammar practice, and gentle humour. Designed to help you learn English naturally while calming your mind, this episode is ide…

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941. The Man Who Could Work Miracles ✨ (Learn English with a Short Story) 2:03:04

2M ago2:03:04

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Learn English with a short story on LEP. In this episode I am reading "The Man Who Could Work Miracles" by HG Wells (adapted into modern English). First you can listen to the story, then I summarise it again in my own words, discuss my interpretations of its meaning, explain how you can use stories like this to improve your English, and teach some …

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Supernatural 1:18:51

2M ago1:18:51

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Join the entire Real Vida family as we share an important life-changing announcement about some team members. Team Vida also starts getting serious about preparing for the corn hole tournament. Jeremy then shares a fascinating interview with CBN news reporter and host of “Into the Supernatural,” Billy Hallowell. Finally, who is Boo Bear? And why is…

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Snowman 1:02:01

2M ago1:02:01

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Join the Real Vida family as we welcome our good friend (and cornhole arch-enemy), Jay Dan Gumm of Forgiven Felons with his daughter Jessa, as we discuss fatherhood and Biblical parenting. Also making his debut on Vida Nation … Snowman!By Real Vida Ministries

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Helpful Snowman Radio Ep 500

2M ago

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It is here, it is also here, get used to it. Because it is quite a looooooooong journey.By Helpful Snowman

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Active 47:48

2M ago47:48

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Join Jeremy and Chris for a weekend of ministry with the men of Hog Mob. Jeremy also sits down with IV Conerly to learn about how his faith in Jesus helped him overcome alcoholism and mental health issues. From being active in gang culture to becoming “active” in his walk with Christ, IV is using his platform to reach the same neighborhoods he grew…

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Missing In Action 31:11:10

2M ago31:11:10

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Join the Real Vida team as we share video of Sam singing and Jeremy preaching recently at Pastor Ricky and Eva Lopez’s church (Annointing, Power and Glory Church in Dallas). Also, Chris found some video of Mama Eve leading worship! Finally, Emcy with Hog Mob responds to Jeremy’s corn hole challenge … Don’t forget to submit your entries for the poet…

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940. Our favourite things to do in London 🇬🇧 (Part 2) 1:49:26

2M ago1:49:26

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Here is the second part of this double episode all about great things to see and do while in London 🇬🇧. Listen to my friends and family talking about the city 🏙️, learn some fascinating bits of history 🔥, get inside tips 🗺️ and learn some vocabulary in the process. 📄 Get the episode PDF with transcript, recommendation summaries & vocabulary list 👉 …

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939. Our favourite things to do in London 🇬🇧 (Part 1) 1:32:01

2M ago1:32:01

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Here is part 1 of a double episode about London 🇬🇧 and great things you can see and do there 🎡. Listen to my friends and family describing their favourite things to do in the city 🍻, get some travel tips 🏙️, get a mini history lesson 🏛️, and learn some vocabulary in the process. 📄 Get the episode PDF with transcript, recommendation summaries & voca…

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Helpful Snowman Radio 438b

2M ago

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We have guests, we have 10 hot sauces and even HOTTER questions, like which car you would turn into or how you’re spending beauty points!By Helpful Snowman

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938. Film Club: Monty Python’s Life of Brian (with Antony Rotunno) 1:58:39

2M ago1:58:39

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A return to Luke's Film Club with a conversation about one of the funniest and most controversial films of all time, also voted one of the UK's favourite films. Antony and I discuss the film's writing, production, story, famous scenes, deeper meanings and acting by the various members of the Monty Python team. Transcript available. 📄 Get the PDF tr…

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Helpful Snowman Radio ep 439b

3M ago

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For some reason, I don’t think this started recording right when I meant to, but all you need to know is that I was telling a really dumb story about soap up top.By Helpful Snowman

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937. A Birthday Ramble / The Spinning Wheel of Random Questions 1:40:56

3M ago1:40:56

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It's my birthday 🥳 so join me for a relaxed and light-hearted ramble, first with some comments about recent episodes and other podcast housekeeping, and then a series of talking points with the Spinning Wheel of Random Questions ☸️ including bits about how being an English teacher affects my social interactions 💬, the infamous ice-cream wars of Ice…

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Ring of Fire 1:42:56

3M ago1:42:56

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Join the Vida Team for the first time in our new studio as we share important details for the July 13 Conference and Concert in Dallas. We announce art and poetry contests, and call out friends for a cornhole tournament! Sam shares a new song and Jeremy, Carl and Chris share important news updates on the “Ring of Fire” … with super volcanoes heatin…

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936. How AI can Boost your English with Podcasts ✨🎧 (feat. Alastair Budge) 2:04:22

3M ago2:04:22

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In this episode, I’m joined by Alastair Budge from Leonardo English to explore how you can use AI tools like ChatGPT to boost your English, especially when combined with podcasts. We go through specific, practical ways to actively engage with podcast content using AI — improving your listening, vocabulary, grammar, writing, and even speaking. Alast…

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The Mountain 1:14:40

3M ago1:14:40

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Join the Vida Team as we welcome Eve’s close and longtime friend, Kizzi Hogan, and share stories of how God used two friends to challenge each other to “climb the mountain” to God. Also … the debut of a cartoon starring Eve and created by Chris (with help from artificial intelligence)! Finally, we share new music from War of Ages, Apostoles de Rap,…

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935. Terrible Traffic Jams & Self-Driving Cars 🚗 (Topic & Vocabulary) 1:42:22

3M ago1:42:22

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This episode is all about the exciting topic of driving, getting stuck in traffic jams, the future of our roads and how self-driving cars might be the solution. What is so annoying about traffic jams? Why do they even happen in the first place? Have you seen your first self-driving car yet? Will they solve our driving problems, or not? The episode …

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Mamma's Heart 1:13:03

3M ago1:13:03

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Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms in Vida Nation! Join the Vida team on location in Arizona with our friends Dawn Adkins and Jessica Brooks as we discuss the impossible stories of how God restored their relationships with their children even after they lost custody due to drugs and incarceration. Also, we recap our Arizona trip and share art and n…

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Helpful Snowman Radio ep 440b

3M ago

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Back to the Grinch II by Uncle Dave? Uncle Bob?By Helpful Snowman

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934. Sign Language is Fascinating 👋 with Siobhan Dodd 1:24:47

3M ago1:24:47

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Have you ever wondered about sign language, how it works and if it is similar to other languages like English? In this conversation I speak to Siobhan Dodd who is a sign language interpreter between English and BSL (British Sign Language). Siobhan is an enthusiastic and entertaining guest and we have a great chat about the nature of sign language, …

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Helpful Snowman Radio ep 441b

4M ago

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I learn a little about the hammers of war from my bro.By Helpful Snowman

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Pray, Vida Nation! 1:09:36

4M ago1:09:36

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Please join us for the Third Annual National Day of Prayer for Prisoners on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. See highlights of Jeremy and Chris’ trip to Washington, D.C. to pray for our nation and its leaders. Our team is also joined in prayer by some of Vida Nation’s favorite pastors, podcasters and musical artists from all over the country. In Jesus’ n…

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Out 'Tha Mud 54:33

4M ago54:33

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Join the Vida Familia as Sam shares how God made us out of mud. Mud can be dirty and destructive, but it can also be useful when you add something strong to it. We also share updates on upcoming travel and new music from Hog Mob. Blessed are the muddy …By Real Vida Ministries

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933. The Best Expressions in English are from Shakespeare ✍️ Learn English Vocabulary 1:29:48

4M ago1:29:48

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Hello! In this episode I focus on English expressions and idioms that originated in the works of William Shakespeare and are still used in modern everyday language. Notice the expressions in various contexts, fully understand their meanings and use, explore their origins in Shakespeare's work, and gain valuable lessons about how to learn new vocabu…

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932. What is so great about Shakespeare? 🎭 (with Mum & Dad) 1:30:06

4M ago1:30:06

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In this episode I talk to my parents about the topic of William Shakespeare. We discuss the enduring appeal and significance of William Shakespeare's work, biographical details of his life, the key themes in Shakespeare’s plays, and the impact of his language on modern English. We try to explain the qualities that make Shakespeare great, using exam…

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Helpful Snowman ep 442b

4M ago

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We dive into the script for The Grinch II by noted screenwriter Uncle Bob.By Helpful Snowman

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931. Overcoming Fears 😰 with Zdenek 1:40:23

4M ago1:40:23

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This episode features a conversation with Zdenek about fears and anxieties experienced in everyday life. We explore common fears such as driving, flying, culture shock, language learning and public speaking, plus vocabulary we use to talk about the subject. Listen for stories of Luke's fear of Paris cafes, airport anxiety, Luke's dramatic scooter r…

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Wanted 1:16:33

4M ago1:16:33

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Join the Vida team as we interview musical artist Joe Nester. After giving his life to Jesus, Joe went from being a homeless drug addict to an overnight social media sensation. Joe nearly lost everything when old criminal charges resurfaced and he became wanted for bank robbery. But God wanted Joe more … He miraculously turned the situation around …

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Bunkies 1:03:58

4M ago1:03:58

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Join us and all our rowdy Vida friends as we recap the Colorado prison tour and read letters from Vida Nation. We also share exclusive video of Sevin live at the Hog Mob concert in Dallas. Finally, Jeremy and Chris debate … bunkies versus cellies. Chris wins.By Real Vida Ministries

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930. Can I eat my cat? 😿 Weird Google Questions, Answered (Topics + Vocabulary) 1:36:45

4M ago1:36:45

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This episode is about the bizarre and funny questions that people input into Google. I explore and answer some of these questions, explaining some vocabulary. The result is an engaging and intellectually light-hearted discussion involving the usual mix of rambling, and English teaching. The episode covers a range of topics, from personal health, se…

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929. Sarah Donnelly: The Only American In Paris 🇺🇸🇫🇷 US vs UK Accent Quiz 1:21:20

5M ago1:21:20

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Sarah Donnelly comes back onto LEP to catch up and to tell us about her stand-up special, now available to watch on YouTube, and to do a British English vs American English pronunciation quiz. Sarah’s show is called The Only American in Paris and we discuss some of the themes of the show - the real experience of being a US citizen living in Paris, …

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